Caretaker

Kingsbury High School, London, NW9 9JR

16 days remaining to apply

• Start date details

  September 2025

• Closing date

  1 June 2025 at 11:59pm

• Date listed

  9 May 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Catering, cleaning and site management
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25,584.00 Annually (FTE) Scale 4 4 Point 7 plus £2,230 London Weighting

Caretaker job summary

Reports to: Site Manager & Team Leader

Salary Scale: Support Staff Pay Scale 4 Point 7 (FTE: £25,584 plus £2,230 London Weighting)

Contract: Permanent/Full Time

Hours: 36 hours per week/shift pattern to be confirmed upon appointment

Deadline for Applications: Sunday 1st June 2025

Proposed Start Date: September 2025

Please note that early applications are encouraged as we will be reviewing them as they come in. KHS reserves the right to appoint in this role before the closing date. First stage interviews may take place virtually as suitable applications are received.

JOB PURPOSE

The post-holder is responsible to the Site Manager and Site Supervisor for the provision of site operations, maintenance and security services on School premises and to ensure a safe working environment. He/she may be required to work on either site of the School and on a shift system operating between 06.00 and 22.00. The duties and responsibilities of this post will be carried out conscientiously, having regard for the efficiency of operation of the School and in accordance with Whole School policies and regulations (including Equal Opportunities, Health and Safety, Security and all Statutory regulations), and will include the following:-

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1. School Security:

• unlocking the buildings in the morning and lock up at the end of the day as required by the shift pattern in operation;

• securing entrances/exits as appropriate and reporting potential security breaches;

• operating alarm systems where appropriate;

• monitoring fire safety equipment and assisting in carrying out fire drills;

• liaising with police, security and surveillance contractors;

• provision of emergency access to the School site;

• carrying out systematic internal and external checks on doors and windows as part of the buildings evening closure process;

• monitoring CCTV and other surveillance equipment to guard against vandalism and break-ins;

• Maintenance and decoration of areas around the school;

22. 2. Ensure the maintenance of a clean and orderly working environment, and assist in the maintenance and cleaning of the School and related premises and areas, including:

• minor repairs e.g. minor plumbing, changing light tubes/lamps, unblocking drains, repairing door furniture;

• reporting faulty equipment and other maintenance requirements to appropriate person;

• operating heating plant, cooling and lighting systems;

• collecting and assembling waste for collection;

• undertaking cleaning duties including graffiti removal and litter-picking, and emergency cleaning duties;

• undertaking routine “client” tasks in connection with premises-related contractors, for example, cleaning and grounds maintenance;

• undertaking activities to maintain a safe and clean external environment, for example, winter gritting of playgrounds, paths, etc.;

• ensuring lights and other equipment are switched off as appropriate;

• routine maintenance of sports equipment;

• maintaining the grounds and removing litter;

3. Other Duties to ensure the smooth running of the School:

• arranging chairs and tables for meetings and clearing away afterwards and participate in the organisation and movement of furniture within the building;

• ensuring that teaching areas have sufficient numbers of chairs and desks and that each has a waste bin;

• ensuring that clocks are showing the correct time, including the routine replacement of batteries;

• ensuring that curtains/blinds are kept in good condition;

• emergency cleaning of human deposits;

4. 4. Maintain and arrange orderly and secure storage of supplies, and assist with the receipt, distribution, collection and despatch of goods;

4. 5. Understanding fire safety regulations, Health & Safety regulations, emergency procedures and the rules for evacuating the buildings;

5. 6. Carrying out porterage duties including the movement of furniture, parcels, packages and light office removals;

6. 7. Where appropriate administer the maintenance of all School vehicles and to carry out driving duties when required by the Site Manager;

4. 8. Ensuring the smooth and efficient operation of School lettings including:

• meeting and greeting clients when they arrive on site and ensuring that hirers are made aware of Health and Safety matters as well as informing them how to contact the duty Site Officer should the need arise; a courtesy visit to regular hirers should be made within the first half hour to ensure that the hirer has all that is required;
• making patrols every 30 minutes to ensure the security of the site and the safety of the hirers;
• contacting the Site Manager or a member of the Lettings Department for guidance in the event that a hirer is in serious breach of the hiring agreement;

4. 9. Dealing effectively and efficiently with enquiries from members of the public and staff with regard to the operation of the School;

4. 10. Wearing at all times during the working period Personal Protection Equipment and uniform as issued by the School;

4. 11. Liaising with outside contractors working on the School site in ensuring the efficient delivery of contracted services;

4. 12. Undertake basic record keeping as directed;

4. 13. Attend relevant meetings and participate in training and development activities and programmes as required and adopting changes in practice as required including those necessitated by technological advance;

4. 14. Working overtime according to the requirements of the School;

4. 15. Other duties as may be required by the Site Services Manager or other designated Line Manager;

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• To undertake general duties, administration and any reasonable task as directed by the Line Manager or Headteacher and to carry out such other tasks as are essential to fulfil the job’s core purpose.
• Participate in training and development activities and programmes, and attend and participate in meetings, as required.
• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures, and report all concerns to an appropriate person, in respect of safeguarding and child protection; health, safety and security, confidentiality, and data protection.
• Contribute to the school’s commitment to equality of access to opportunities to learn and develop for all students.
• Undertake these duties within agreed school objectives, policies and procedures and promote the School’s Equal Opportunities Policy.
• To present a positive impression of the school in all encounters with visitors or on school visits.
• To respond calmly to the challenges of school life.

This Job Description is subject to amendment and will be reviewed from time to time and modified in the light of the post-holder’s career development and changing needs of the school.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

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About Kingsbury High School

• School type: Academy, ages 11 to 18
• Education phase: Secondary
• School size: 2008 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 18
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Kingsbury High School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/kingsbury-high-school-london

Kingsbury High School is a vibrant learning environment with a strong community ethos.

Prospective candidates are welcome to come and look around the school to see for yourself what makes Kingsbury High different. As a large 12 form entry 11-18 split site school we are situated in an inner London location, but with an out of London feel – surrounded by parkland with large playing fields and great local amenities, excellent transport links to enable easy access from central London and fringe areas. Our school is truly diverse in its makeup, whilst united as one family working to achieve the best for all our students.

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